A traditional Native American powwow is coming to Atlanta to celebrate indigenous culture. The “First Voices Festival” takes place on Nov. 19 in Little Five Points and includes an outdoor powwow, a discussion on the art of activism, and a performance by singer-songwriter Shelley Morningsong and dancer Fabian Fontenelle. “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes was joined via Zoom by co-curator Carmen Halagahu, co-owner of Turtle Island Trading in Atlanta; Buffalo Yellowbird, festival curator and MC of the powwow; and singer-songwriter Shelley Morningsong.
Interview highlights:
The Native American powwow and why it’s kept alive today:
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